Who we are

We are an organization comprised of industry thought leaders who are passionate about health data and want to make a difference in the health care field. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization and together with our partners we provide essential information on Canada's health systems, enabling decisions that lead to healthier Canadians. As a valued member of the CIHI team, you and your work will have a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada's health care systems.

CIHI is recognized as an exceptional place to work that embraces diversity, respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Learn about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the work being done to create a more inclusive and welcoming organization by focusing on how we learn, govern and practise.

At CIHI, we recognize what matters to our employees. Some of the benefits of working at CIHI include

- HOOPP Pension Plan (Defined Benefits Pension)
- Retirement Planning Program
- Generous vacation days for permanent and long-term contracts
- Work-life balance
- Career Planning Program
- Learning and Professional Development Program
- Adaptable benefits program from your first day on the job for permanent and long-term contracts

Why is this role important?

In this role, you will contribute to priority initiatives within the Health Spending and Operations (HSO) department, supporting CIHI’s mandate of better data, better decisions, for healthier Canadians. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with healthcare data and analytics, while working on projects that directly inform decision-making across Canada’s health system.





HSO is responsible for maintaining the national Management Information System (MIS) Standards, National Health Expenditure Database (NHEX) which collecting financial and statistical data from health service organizations and health expenditure information across the country. This data feeds into CIHI’s Canadian MIS Database (CMDB), Canadian Patient Cost Database (CPCD), and NHEX which are used to produce key indicators, analytical tools, and reports that enable meaningful comparisons in health spending and system performance. The work is both complex and impactful - offering you exposure to real-world data challenges and solutions.

What you'll do

As a co-op student, you will support a range of projects and operational activities within HSO. Working under the guidance of a Program Lead, you may:

- Assist with hospital costing analytics operations, and key deliverables
- Support data quality validation and explore opportunities to enhance validation processes using AI, and machine learning techniques
- Assist in identifying data issues, patterns, and anomalies to support the quality and reliability of analytical outputs
- Contribute to the development, documentation, and improvement of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and analytical processes
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing project discussions, testing,



and problem-solving activities
- Assist with additional departmental priorities, analytical projects, and process improvement initiatives as needed

What you'll bring to the table

- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (e.g., computer science, data science, health informatics, epidemiology, economics, finance, accounting, statistics, or a related field) with a co-op requirement
- Experience working with data, including analysis and manipulation (healthcare data is an asset)
- Proficiency in Python and experience using Pandas, NumPy, or PySpark
- Exposure to AI and/or Machine Learning(ML) concepts and techniques; experience applying AI/ML methods to data analysis or automation projects is an asset
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, including macro/VBA development
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
- A proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative, learn quickly, and work collaboratively in a team environment

Closing Statement To find out more about this role and other exciting opportunities visit our website at www.cihi.ca and check out our 'Careers' section.

We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Equity

At CIHI we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

📌 Co-op Student, Health Spending (Toronto)
🏢 CIHI
📍 Toronto